DeepSeek vs Grok

A direct comparison of pricing, capabilities and fit. We state where each one is genuinely stronger rather than pretending they are interchangeable.

Criterion DeepSeek Grok
Category AI Assistants AI Assistants
Pricing model Free web and app; API priced per token Free tier available; SuperGrok $30/mo; SuperGrok Heavy $300/mo
Entry price Not published $30.00/mo
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
API available Yes Yes
Free tier Yes Yes
Open source Yes No
Rating No reviews No reviews

DeepSeek

Open-weight reasoning models with an unusually generous free API.

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Grok

xAI's assistant with real-time access to X posts and a strong reasoning focus.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, DeepSeek or Grok?

It depends on your constraints. DeepSeek is available with a free tier and has an API. Grok is available with a free tier and has an API.

How much does DeepSeek cost compared to Grok?

DeepSeek: Free web and app; API priced per token. Grok: Free tier available; SuperGrok $30/mo; SuperGrok Heavy $300/mo.

Can I use DeepSeek and Grok together?

Yes. Both expose an API, so they can be combined in a workflow where one handles a different stage of the process.